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CB350F Restoration by royhall (NOW FINISHED)
royhall:
Got the front end completely finished this morning.
Thought I had better get some brakes before I start the engine just in case it takes off. ::)
Got some really nice braided hoses in a bespoke length from Honda4NL in the Netherlands. A wee bit pricey but well worth the cost as they improve the braking no end. Another one that will probably upset the purists, but when that car pulls out I would rather stop than know (when I'm sailing over the bonnet) that my brakes are authentic. ;D
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The rest of the braking system has been overhauled. The caliper was rebuilt with all new seals and a new piston. The swing arm mount was freed off and polished and put back together with a nice dollop of CV joint grease. There's a replacement master cylinder at the handlebars (pattern I know), but they are very good quality so should be okay. The pads are the organic flavour as I am told they have better feel and they are grippier. All in all it works extremely well:
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Sorry if I'm boring anybody, just want to get the thread up to date and complete.
Engine start day is fast approaching. Getting a bit nervous now. ::)
mike the bike:
We're not bored, keep it coming.
JamesH:
Nothing boring here Roy. It's been a real pleasure reading about your progress with this bike. Thanks for sharing - it's what makes this forum such a good place to be / participate. I personally prefer stock parts but I think your brake hose upgrade is a subtle and clever upgrade that I'd be happy to use on one of my bikes. Keep it coming...J
Bullit:
Front end is looking nice there Roy. Shame about your headlight bowl :(
AshimotoK0:
+1 ..love to see resto details .. would never get bored with them .
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